If reward charts, scripts, or breathing exercises aren’t helping your learners regulate their emotions and needs—you’re not alone.
I’ve been there. And I discovered the missing piece: interoception, the eighth sensory system. When people can understand their unique internal body signals—like heart rate, muscle tension, full bladder, or breathing patterns—they can begin to truly understand and manage their needs and emotions such as anxiety, frustration, hunger, thirst and toileting function.
That’s why I created The Interoception Curriculum®. This practical, evidence-based program helps learners build interoceptive awareness and develop meaningful, body-first self-regulation skills.
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The Interoception Curriculum®: A Step-by-Step Guide to Developing Mindful Self-Regulation
✔ 25 ready-to-go lessons, visuals, scripts & learner materials.
✔ Evidence-based program for therapists, teachers & families
✔ Helps learners build mindful self-regulation skills
The Interoception
Activity Cards
✔ 170 full-color cards that complement the Curriculum
✔ Quick, creative ways to strengthen the mind-body connection.
✔ Great for warm-ups or stand-alone activities
The Interoception Curriculum® Starter Bundle
✔ 3 Steps to Nurturing Interoception Course + Curriculum + Activity Cards with 170+ fun, hands-on exercises.
✔ Boost engagement & reinforce learning
✔ Bundle & Save $100
The Interoception Curriculum® Master Bundle
✔ 3 Steps Course + Curriculum + complementary interoception tools.
✔ Most comprehensive toolkit for interoception growth
✔ Bundle & Save $150
The Interoception Assessment Bundle
✔ CAIA-3 Kit + Manual + 25 Forms + 12 Picture Cards + 2-Hour On-Demand Course.
✔ Build skills to assess interoceptive awareness with confidence.
✔ Bundle & Save $20
Take a Peek Inside the Curriculum!
Why These Interoception Resources Work
Traditional strategies often tell learners what to do when they feel anxious, frustrated, or overwhelmed. But for people with interoceptive differences—like many autistics, ADHDers, and people with trauma, anxiety disorders, and sensory processing disorder—that’s not enough.
This curriculum helps learners notice, understand and respond to their internal signals so they can make mindful, empowered choices in the present moment that work for their unique bodily experience. That’s where real regulation begins.
But First…Let Me Introduce Myself
Hi there—I’m Kelly Mahler, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA. I’ve been an occupational therapist for over 23 years, working with amazing kids and adults to support their emotional and sensory well-being. I earned my doctorate from Misericordia University, and I now teach as adjunct faculty at both Misericordia and Elizabethtown College.
Along the way, I’ve been lucky to receive a few awards (like the AOTA Emerging and Innovative Practice Award and a Mom’s Choice Gold Medal), but what I’m most proud of is co-leading research on interoception, self-regulation, trauma, and autism—and getting to share that work with people all over the world. I’ve created 10 resources so far, and my hope is always the same: to make your work a little easier and your impact even bigger.
You’ve Finally Found Something that Actually Works
Don’t just take it from me—here’s what others are saying about their experience with The Interoception Curriculum®:
“Bravo, Kelly Mahler! Kelly has created an invaluable resource for professionals working in the fields impacted by Interoception. If this is you, this will be a part of your main tool kit. Her information is presented in an easy-to-follow curriculum that also allows you to modify it for the diverse population that we work with. Following this curriculum has greatly influenced my practice as an Occupational Therapist and is positively impacting the lives of my clients. Thank you, Kelly, for sharing your expertise with the world!”
—Anna Vander Haeghe, BScOT, Pediatric Occupational Therapist
“As a young adult with autism I have found Kelly’s curriculum to be a game changer. It has helped me improve my own interoception skills and learn more about my body and emotions. This has led to me being better able to tell people how I feel as well as strategies to support my own regulation needs. This curriculum is filled with tips and concrete strategies and provides people with the tools needed to support interoception and self-regulation.”
—Chloe Rothschild, individual with autism, advocate, speaker
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You’re One Click Away from Real, Lasting Change
Whether you’re starting small or ready to dive into the interoception workbook, you’ll find a bundle that fits your goals—and helps your learners thrive from the inside out.
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The Interoception Curriculum®: A Step-by-Step Guide to Developing Mindful Self-Regulation
The Interoception
Activity Cards
The Interoception Curriculum® Starter Bundle
The Interoception Curriculum® Master Bundle
The Interoception Assessment Bundle
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? You’re not alone! Here are some of the most common things people ask before getting started with The Interoception Curriculum®—answered with care and clarity.
What ages is The Interoception Curriculum® designed for?
The curriculum is flexible and has been used successfully with children, teens, and adults. The activities can be easily adapted to meet the unique developmental needs and communication styles of each individual to help them learn about their internal state.
Do I need to be an occupational therapist to use this curriculum?
Not at all! While many OTs use the curriculum, it’s also designed for educators, speech-language pathologists, mental health professionals, and families. You don’t need a clinical background to make a powerful impact.
Is this curriculum trauma-informed?
Yes, absolutely. The entire approach is grounded in trauma-informed care. It is designed to be compassionate, empowering, and safe for individuals who have experienced trauma or who are emotionally sensitive.
Do I need special materials or equipment?
Nope! Everything you need is included in the curriculum or activity cards. Most activities use everyday items or no materials at all.
What’s your return policy?
We’re committed to delivering high-quality products and take great care in every step of our printing and distribution process. If you receive an item with a manufacturing defect, please contact us—we’ll gladly replace it at no cost to you. (Please note that general wear from regular use isn’t covered.) To report an issue, send a brief description and a clear photo to [email protected]. Some exclusions may apply.
For non-apparel products: You’re welcome to return any new, unused non-apparel item within 30 days of receiving it for a full refund—minus shipping fees—as long as it’s still in resaleable condition. If you purchased the item using a discount, that will be reflected in the refund amount. Please note that we do not refund shipping charges, including both the original delivery and return shipping costs.
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The Interoception Curriculum®: A Step-by-Step Guide to Developing Mindful Self-Regulation
The Interoception
Activity Cards
The Interoception Curriculum® Starter Bundle
The Interoception Curriculum® Master Bundle
